Ford — Cylinder Head - Disassembly
Repair & overhaul
From a Ford service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Ford WSG-1068 engine
Before you start
- Do not remove the camshaft before removing the roller followers.
- The caps must be marked for installation in their original location or damage to the engine may occur.
- Keep the valves and the valve spring retainer keys (6518) in order so they can be installed in the same positions.
Procedure
- Place the cylinder head on a cardboard or wood surface to prevent damage to the joint face.
- Use the Valve Spring Compressor to compress the valve springs (6513), and remove the roller followers.
- Remove the hydraulic lash adjusters.
- Use the Valve Spring Compressor to compress the valve springs.
- Install the Valve Spring Spacer between the valve spring coils to prevent valve stem seal damage.
- Remove the valve stem seals (6571).
- Remove the bolts, the bearing caps and the camshaft.
- Remove the (A) valve spring retainer keys, the (B) valve spring retainers (6514), the (C) valve springs, and the valves.
Tools required
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Source: Ford service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.